Alright, rock fans — buckle up, because the Rolling Stones’ Black and Blue just got the deluxe treatment it’s always deserved. This Super Deluxe 4 CD + Blu-ray box set is a full-on celebration of a 1976 album that marked a major turning point: it’s the first record where Ronnie Wood really settles in as a full member, weaving his guitar into the Stones’ fabric.
Now, some critics—especially back in the day—raised eyebrows when Black and Blue leaned more into grooves, jams, and soulful experimentation than straightforward rock & roll. But let’s be real: that’s part of what makes it so damn fun. The set includes a fresh 2025 mix by Steven Wilson, giving the album new clarity and punch.
CD 2 brings previously unreleased outtakes and jams — think steamy sessions like I Love Ladies, Shame, Shame, Shame, and improvisational jams with Jeff Beck. It’s like being backstage in ’76, without the cigarette smoke (we hope).
CDs 3 and 4 deliver the live goods: a full Earls Court 1976 show, with songs like Honky Tonk Women, Fool to Cry, Midnight Rambler, and more. The Blu-ray rounds it out with high-res stereo, a Dolby Atmos mix of the album, live TV footage from Paris, plus the Earls Court concert — all remixed for a modern sonic punch.
And, because the Stones know about style points, the box set comes with a 100-page hardcover book filled with rare photos and a thoughtful essay by Stones expert Paul Sexton, plus a Paris concert poster.
So, sure, Black and Blue might not always hit you with fist-pumping riffs — but sometimes the best Stones moment is just feeling the groove. This super deluxe edition isn’t just a reissue: it’s a deep dive into that experimental spirit, capturing a band in transition — and having a hell of a good time doing it.
